Family Farmstead Dairy Recalls Cheddar Cheese for Listeria Risk
Class I Recall — Most Serious
This is a Class I recall — the most serious type. Products covered by this recall may cause serious health consequences or death.
Family Farmstead Dairy has issued a recall for all its cheddar cheese products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This organism can cause serious infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
Products Affected:
- Raw Mild Cheddar, 8oz, plastic wrapped - All lot codes dated 10/16/27 and prior
- Raw Sharp Cheddar, 8oz, plastic wrapped - All lot codes dated 10/16/27 and prior
The recall affects products distributed in New York, New Jersey, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee through retail stores.
Reason for Recall:
The recall was initiated due to the potential presence of Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause severe health issues. Healthy individuals might experience short-term symptoms like high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. However, Listeria infection can also lead to miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Consumer Guidance:
Consumers who have purchased the affected cheddar products are advised to return them to the place of purchase or contact Family Farmstead Dairy for assistance. For questions, customers can reach Family Farmstead Dairy at (607) 397-4044 or via email at [email protected].
Family Farmstead Dairy is committed to ensuring the safety and quality of its products and apologizes for any inconvenience caused.
Affected Products
| Product Name | Lot Number |
|---|---|
| Raw Mild Cheddar, 8oz, plastic wrapped | All lot codes dated 10/16/27 and prior |
| Raw Sharp Cheddar, 8oz, plastic wrapped | All lot codes dated 10/16/27 and prior |